It is not a crime for an individual from the royal palace to engage in politics – NPP’s Haruna Mohammed

The Deputy General Secretary, Haruna Mohammed, has refuted claims that the New Patriotic Party is trying to politicize Manhyia Palace. This statement is a response to claims made by the NDC Deputy General Secretary, Mustapha Gbande, who suggested that selecting Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh as a running mate is an attempt to politicize the traditional institution due to NAPO's royal lineage. Haruna Mohammed explained that it is not a crime for someone from a royal background to participate in politics. He emphasized that Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh's royal lineage should not be used to discredit his political involvement. He stated, "Unfortunately, when people are identified by their background, there is no doubt that Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh comes from a royal gate. The chief [Asantehene] highlighted this aspect of his background." Haruna Mohammed also clarified that the Asantehene's palace should not be dragged into politics, as it is a highly respected institution. "Where lies the drawing of the Asantehene or the [Manhyia] palace into politics? The Asantehene's palace is the most revered in our land. And I don't think that the Asantehene has ever engaged himself in political activity. He emphasized that the Asantehene has never engaged in political activities. "He is a very distinguished king who is much respected by the rank and file of the kingdom. But it is not a crime for any member that comes from that palace and without title within the chieftaincy divide within the palace to do politics," citinewsroom.com reported. Source: Ghana Web